Julie Reiner is a pioneering force in the craft cocktail movement and co-owner of acclaimed bars Clover Club and Milady’s. She is the author of The Craft Cocktail Party and a judge on the Netflix series Drink Masters. Over the past 25 years, she has helped shape New York City’s cocktail culture, beginning with
the award-winning Flatiron Lounge and The Pegu Club.
 

Originally from Hawaii, Julie’s approach blends seasonal ingredients and thoughtful technique. She opened Clover Club in 2008 in Brooklyn, earning widespread recognition for its classic cocktail focus and commitment to quality. In 2022, she returned to Manhattan with the revival of Milady’s, a reimagined version of the beloved SoHo dive bar, now infused with Reiner’s signature hospitality and modern touches.

In 2020, Julie and longtime collaborator Tom Macy launched Social Hour, a line of ready-to-drink cocktails designed to bring bar-quality drinks to a wider audience. Julie’s accolades include Wine Enthusiast’s Mixologist of the Year, the Helen David Lifetime Achievement Award, and most recently, the 2025 Roku Industry Icon award from North America’s 50 Best Bars. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, Food & Wine, and The Today Show.